/ E-Retailers

Online retail sales increased 15% in November and December, comScore says today, ahead of the 14% the web tracking firm had predicted. Today’s estimate includes only purchases made on computers. When counting mobile devices, one analyst says the total growth will exceed 17%.

Online retail sales increased 15% in November and December, comScore says today, ahead of the 14% the web tracking firm had predicted. Today’s estimate includes only purchases made on computers. When counting mobile devices, one analyst says the total growth will exceed 17%.

/ Technology

The World Wide Web turns 25 on March 12, and the Pew Research Center has released the first in a series of surveys gauging how U.S. residents view and use the now-pervasive technology. 76% say it has been good for society on the whole, while 90% say it has been good for them personally.

The World Wide Web turns 25 on March 12, and the Pew Research Center has released the first in a series of surveys gauging how U.S. residents view and use the now-pervasive technology. 76% say it has been good for society on the whole, while 90% say it has been good for them personally.

/ Technology

A new global survey credits better branding, loyalty programs and social media for the trend. But the report also shows that fears about the security of personal data shared online prevent some consumers from making online purchases.

A new global survey credits better branding, loyalty programs and social media for the trend. But the report also shows that fears about the security of personal data shared online prevent some consumers from making online purchases.